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The National Telecommunications Commission NTC warned the public about scammers online that solicit fees for Subscriber Identity Module SIM card registration assistance.In a public advisory posted on NTCs website the commission reiterated that subscribers should be extra cautious and not engage with individuals asking for money in exchange for their assistance in SIM card registration.The National Telecommunications Commission does not recommend private individuals offers of assistance in registering your SIM that have appeared on social media. SIM registration is free and free of charge. Be careful and dont believe people you dont know who offer help in your registration with or without payment NTC said.Recently NTC led a text blast to inform the public regarding the matter.Pursuant to SEC. 6 of the SIM Registration Act it is stated that the registration required under this Act shall be implemented at no cost to the end-users. Public Telecommunication Entities PTEs shall ensure that the end-users data are secured and protected at all times.Telcos also reminded their subscribers that providing personal information to someone can lead to identity theft hacking of mobile banking applications and other crimes.
